Lorren Kelsey
Augusta
Summary
Accomplished Logistics Operations Manager with expertise in supply chain management and process improvement. Focused on optimizing inventory levels and enhancing operational workflows while ensuring safety compliance. Drives efficiency and productivity improvements within logistics operations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Logistics Operations Manager
Ryder Integrated Logistics
Columbia
04.2022 - Current
- Managed daily logistics operations, achieving timely delivery of goods.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations across all operations activities.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve supply chain performance.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance operational workflows and productivity.
- Trained staff on best practices in logistics and safety protocols consistently.
- Met company and department objectives while adhering to budget and time constraints.
Warehouse Manager
DHL Supply Chain
Beech Island
04.2016 - 04.2022
- Trained staff on equipment operation and best practices for warehouse tasks.
- Enforced quality control measures to uphold product integrity during storage and handling.
- Generated warehouse shipping documents, packing lists and invoices.
- Established and maintained good relations with customers, vendors, and transport companies.
- Monitored staff performance, identified areas for improvement, and provided training.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and managing warehouse personnel.
- Increased productivity through cross-training and thorough training of both current employees and new hires.
- Conducted regular audits of warehouse operations to identify areas of improvement.
Senior Warehouse Supervisor
AR Medicom
Augusta
02.2015 - 03.2016
- Supervised daily warehouse operations, enhancing workflow efficiency and employee engagement.
- Coordinated inventory management and stock replenishment, ensuring optimal stock levels and reducing stockouts.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure compliance and workplace safety.
- Conducted interviews, selected candidates and supported hiring processes to maintain staffing levels.
- Prepared and led staff training programs, equipping employees with necessary skills to meet operational goals.
- Planned workflow, coordinated employee scheduling and assigned duties to maintain performance and accommodate fluctuating workloads.
- Hired, trained and motivated warehouse staff to meet tight schedules and demanding performance targets.
Warehouse/Traffic Manager
Morgan Corporation
Rydal
01.2013 - 02.2015
- Managed a team of personnel responsible for overseeing daily traffic activities.
- Coordinated traffic flow and logistics operations, enhancing interdepartmental efficiency.
- Collaborated with vendors to secure timely delivery of materials, ensuring project deadlines were met.
- Supervised activities of workers engaged in receiving, storing, and shipping products or materials.
- Trained staff on best practices for traffic management and logistics systems.
- Created detailed reports on traffic operations, trends, and performance metrics.
- Maintained accurate records of all vehicles entering and leaving the premises.
- Identified opportunities to reduce costs and improve productivity.
- Resolved customer complaints about shipment delays, improving customer satisfaction and retention.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Central Texas College
Nurnberg Germany Campus05-1993
Skills
- Supply chain management
- Logistics oversight
- Distribution management
- Inventory optimization
- Order fulfillment
- Warehouse operations
- Import and export operations
- Process improvement
- Continuous improvement
- Safety compliance
- Logistics software proficiency
- Logistics software knowledge
- ERP system proficiency
- Skilled in SAP, Red Prairie, Oracle, Process Pro
- Team management
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Lean principles
- Warehouse safety
Certification
General Motors Corporation:
• Parts Manager
Dept. of Army:
• Logistical Supervisory Management • Leadership/Management I & II
• Logistics Automated System • Hazardous Materials Management
• Supply & Logistics Management • Equipment Records/Parts Specialist
AWARDS
• Recipient of numerous awards for outstanding military, humanitarian, and community service
• Parts Manager
Dept. of Army:
• Logistical Supervisory Management • Leadership/Management I & II
• Logistics Automated System • Hazardous Materials Management
• Supply & Logistics Management • Equipment Records/Parts Specialist
AWARDS
• Recipient of numerous awards for outstanding military, humanitarian, and community service
Timeline
Logistics Operations Manager
Ryder Integrated Logistics
04.2022 - Current
Warehouse Manager
DHL Supply Chain
04.2016 - 04.2022
Senior Warehouse Supervisor
AR Medicom
02.2015 - 03.2016
Warehouse/Traffic Manager
Morgan Corporation
01.2013 - 02.2015
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Central Texas College